How to connect EVE-NG nodes to the internet
Use this guide when your lab needs package downloads or other allowed outbound access. It shows the NAT-based setup CloudLabBox uses so you can get connectivity working without guessing at the right network object.
Quick steps
- Open your lab and add a network object where you want internet access to enter the topology.
- Choose nat0 as the network object type.
- Connect the target Linux or lab node to that network object.
- Test package repository access or the specific outbound traffic pattern you expect to use.
Related CloudLabBox pages
If this guide solved one part of the problem, these pages help with the next step — choosing a plan, trying the platform, or finding the wider setup help around it.
DocsSee walkthroughs, device credentials, and answers to the setup questions people hit most often.How to access a node GUI in EVE-NG cloudFollow the GUI-access walkthrough for devices that are easiest to manage from inside the lab.Online network labSee how CloudLabBox fits route-switch, firewall, and mixed-vendor practice labs.Free demoTry CloudLabBox first and check whether the images you need work for your lab idea.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful follow-up answers around this tutorial topic.
Does every node get unrestricted internet access?
No. CloudLabBox allows specific use cases such as repository access, while broader internet access may remain restricted unless explicitly allowed.
Why use nat0?
nat0 is the CloudLabBox path documented for reaching allowed outbound internet resources from inside the hosted lab.
Where do I go if this still does not work?
Use the docs page, Discord, or support email for follow-up troubleshooting.
Need more help?
Browse the docs, start a free demo, or move to a paid plan if you need more room for a full lab.